Outlook: Coach Kevin O'Sullivan looks to lead the Gators to a fourth straight trip to the College World Series after he lost five All-Americans.

Forced to turn to a number of talented, but unproven players, Florida also will have to rely on a new style of play.

Of last year's NCAA-high 75 home runs, 61 were hit by players no longer on the team. Of the Gators' 360 RBI, just 115 were hit by current players.

Two-time All-American catcher Mike Zunino hit 19 of them to leave sophomore Taylor Gushue in the unenviable position to replace him.

In Florida's favor is the return of two of nation's top pitchers, junior right-handers Jonathon Crawford and Karsten Whitson — a big reason the Gators are ranked in the preseason top 25.

But O'Sullivan still seeks a No. 3 starter and a dependable closer.

Offensively, sophomore second baseman Casey Turgeon closed 2012 hitting 357 during the Gators' seven NCAA Tournament games and was named Most Outstanding Player in the regional held in Gainesville. Senior first baseman/left fielder Vickash Ramjit (.273, 5 HRs, 20 RBI) is Florida's top returning hitter.

Freshman shortstop Richie Martin is expected to lead off and be a run producer and base-stealing threat.